New Development in Hillsborough, North Carolina
91 development projects are moving through Hillsborough, North Carolina's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (7), commercial (7), civic actions (6). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-07-26.
Data through July 26, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionHillsborough projects (YTD 2026)
91
Project categories
3
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,227,074
Hillsborough development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 7 |
| Commercial | 7 |
| Civic Actions | 6 |
What new projects are filed in Hillsborough right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 715 US HWY 70 East Rezoning and Development Agreement | 715 U.S. 70, Hillsborough, NC, 27278 | Residential,Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 715 US HWY 70 East Rezoning and Development Agreement | 715 U.S. 70, Hillsborough, NC, 27278 | Residential,Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 715 U.S. Highway 70 East Rezoning | 715 U.S. Highway 70 East, Hillsborough, NC | Residential,Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 715 U.S. Highway 70 East Rezoning | 715 U.S. Highway 70 East, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
| 515 Meadowlands Drive Rezoning | 515 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-06-22 | — |
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Recent Hillsborough projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Approved | 15 |
Hillsborough development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Hillsborough, North Carolina?
- Boardwalk has indexed 91 development projects in Hillsborough, North Carolina year-to-date in 2026, led by residential (7). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Hillsborough projects?
- At the planning and zoning stage — typically 12 to 24 months before a building permit or construction bid exists. Each record is captured from the source city council or planning commission packet.
- Which county is Hillsborough in?
- Hillsborough is in Orange County, North Carolina.